Tetranthus bahamensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bahamensis
ID:
62537
Status:
valid
Authors:
Britton
Source:
gcc
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Bull. New York Bot. Gard. 5: 318 (1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061866
Common Names
- Bahama Tetranthus
- Bahama Ragwort
- Bahama Groundsel
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tetranthus bahamensis (also called Bahama tetranthus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has yellow flowers and is native to the Caribbean. It typically grows in moist, sandy soils, and is often found in open, disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.
Uses & Benefits
Tetranthus bahamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tetranthus bahamensis is a yellow-orange disc floret, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark-brown achene, with a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tetranthus bahamensis is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division should be done in early spring or fall.
Where to Find Tetranthus bahamensis
Tetranthus bahamensis is native to the Bahamas and can be found in moist forests and coastal areas.
Tetranthus bahamensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tetranthus bahamensis?
Tetranthus bahamensis
What type of plant is Tetranthus bahamensis?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant.
Where does Tetranthus bahamensis grow?
It is native to the Bahamas.
Species in the Tetranthus genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-18886: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.